Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

I can add fractions with different denominators by finding a lowest common denominator and combining the numerators.

Lesson Flow

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8 min

Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J

Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Add the fractions ⅖ and ⅗. Show all of your work, including finding the common denominator and renaming the fractions. Then, simplify your final answer if possible. Add the fractions ⅞ and ⅖. Show all steps, including finding the common denominator and renaming the fractions. Then, simplify your final answer if possible.

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